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Fill the Boot Campaign in Germantown

Germantown fire fighters will be at area shopping centers August 28 through August 31 to fill boots for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Learn more.

Labor Day Closings

City of Germantown offices and Germantown Community Library will be closed Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. Germantown Athletic Club will be open from 5:15 a.m. to 6 p.m. Trash and recyclables pickups will be delayed one day for the entire week.

Nominate Excellent Teachers and Youth

The Teacher of the Month recognition is given each month during the school year to a teacher who has made a significant difference in the lives of his/her students, his/her school or the community. The teacher must teach full-time in a public or private school in Germantown. A student, parent, administrator or staff member may nominate the teacher. A Teacher of the Year will be chosen from the monthly winners.

The purpose of the Youth Excellence Award is to recognize a high school senior who has made a significant difference in his/her own life, the lives of others, the school he/she attends and/or the Germantown community. The nominee must demonstrate academic achievement (2.5 GPA), volunteer effort or community service or exemplary activities. The nominee must be a Germantown resident and a high school senior. The nominee may attend a public or private school outside of Germantown.

Download a 2008 - 2009 nomination form for teachers

Download a 2008 - 2009 nomination form for youth

The Horses are Here

In honor of the Germantown Charity Horse Show 's 60th Anniversary in 2008, we are celebrating with a Painted Horses Public Arts Community Event.

Various artists competed to win the chance to decorate life-sized horses, which are now on display throughout the city.

Download the map detailing locations of the horses.

The painted horses will remain on display before being moved to Saddle Creek in October. The horses will be corralled for a big party and auction. At the auction, each painted horse will be sold to the highest bidder.

For more information visit:

www.gchs.org

First Smart Growth Project Moves Ahead

The Outline Plan and associated Warrants for Saddle Creek Planned Development were approved by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen at their meeting on Monday July 14, 2008.

Learn more.

See the video.

Fire Safety in College

Don't send your kids off to college without important safety training. Learn how to make dorm life a safe life.

Amnesty Dumpster Day

Amnesty Dumpster Day, sponsored by the City of Germantown and the Germantown Environmental Commission, will be held Saturday, September 20. Learn more.

Cardboard Recycling

Getting rid of bulky boxes is now easier in Germantown. The City is accepting cardboard for recycling. Learn how.

Hazardous Waste Facility

The Shelby County Household Hazardous Waste facility is open to the public Tuesdays and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Frequently Asked Questions.
Map to the facility.
Acceptable items.
Unacceptable items.

Animals are available for adoption at Germantown Animal Shelter. For more information contact the shelter at 757-7358.

Wolf River Boulevard Extension Wolf River Boulevard will be extended between Farmington Boulevard and Kimbrough Road.

The project and its history was described and the environmental assessment presented at Houston Middle School during a public hearing.

For more information, view the published environmental assessment. (Warning: Large .pdf file)

Germantown Vision 2020

What will the City of Germantown be like in 5 or 10 years in the future? Take a peek at Germantown Vision 2020, an ambitious plan designed to ensure a bright future as Germantown continues being the preferred place to call home. See what City leaders are planning for an exciting future.

Living in Germantown

Germantown is one of Tennessee's most attractive and vibrant residential communities. With a population of 40,977, its residents are proud of their city where thoughtful planning has created an excellent environment in which to live, work and play. Germantown offers award-winning schools, acres of parkland, a comprehensive fitness and recreation complex, an extensive sports program and an 800 seat Performing Arts Centre. The City of Germantown delivers superior public services, which rely on citizen involvement to build a high quality of life shared by people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Mayors Action Center is access to City Hall 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When residents have questions or concerns, the Center provides a way to submit information through the Web site that is automatically sent to the appropriate staff person.

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